| Term | immune modulator |
| Alternate Terms | immunomodulator; immune response modifier |
| Definition | A substance that helps regulate and balance the immune system by either stimulating a weak response or dampening an overactive one to restore homeostasis. |
| Category | pharmacology |
| Context | Commonly used in herbal medicine and integrative therapies to support immune function without overstimulating it. |
| Etymology | From Latin immunis meaning exempt and modulus meaning measure or regulator. |
| Examples | echinacea for prevention; astragalus for chronic fatigue; reishi for autoimmune balance |
| Related Terms | immunostimulant; immunosuppressant; adaptogen; tonifies qi |
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